We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Intern to join our team for a 6-month internship, with the option to extend for one year. This role offers hands-on experience in supplier evaluation, market research, spend and cost analysis. The intern will collaborate closely with our procurement and supply chain teams, contributing to data-driven decision-making and identifying improvement opportunities across procurement operations. This position is ideal for those interested in developing their analytical skills and gaining a deeper understanding of procurement practices and strategy.
Your Day-to-Day:
Support Procurement Operations: Assist in day-to-day procurement activities, contributing to procurement process efficiency and supporting inquiries related to orders and invoices.
Price Benchmarking and Cost Analysis: Compare supplier pricing to industry standards and support negotiations by identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Data Management and Procurement Analytics: Maintain and update procurement databases, organizing supplier and order information for streamlined reporting. Utilize tools such as Excel or PowerBI to create reports and visualizations on spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
Supplier Evaluation and Risk Assessment: Support the evaluations of supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and cost, and identify potential risks and improvement areas in supplier management.
Market and Price Research: Conduct research on market trends, price changes, and potential suppliers to provide insights and support sourcing decisions.
Contract Compliance and Reporting: Support in analyzing contracts for compliance, tracking terms, and maintaining a database to ensure effective lifecycle management and searching opportunities for renegotiation.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within procurement activities, participating in projects to enhance efficiency.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with stakeholders across departments (finance, supply chain, sales) to align procurement activities and communicate insights from procurement analyses.
Participation in Team Meetings: Attend procurement and cross-functional team meetings, providing insights and participating in discussions aimed at continuous improvement.
What you bring to the table:
There is no set route to become a Procurement Intern, but to be successful in this role this is the kind of profile we have in mind:
Currently pursuing a degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Basic knowledge of procurement principles, cost analysis, and supplier management; familiarity with inventory or logistics is a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; PowerBI or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
Analytical skills with an ability to interpret data, evaluate supplier performance and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Good organizational and communication skills, with an attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
Willingness to work onsite in our Amsterdam office.
Fluent in English; proficiency in additional European languages is a plus.
Why you will love working for us:
The chance to work in a fast moving, innovative and international team, dealing with different countries and cultures;
A company culture that likes to work hard and play hard. We like to have fun. There is no sense coming to a job everyday if you don’t like the people you work with;
Decisive actions. We don’t like to wait. It’s in our DNA to move forward. So, it only makes sense that we don’t jam the company with lots of layers. We make things happen. Quickly.
Let’s not forget the good stuff!
Hands-on experience in procurement analysis and supplier management, including exposure to cost analysis, spend analysis, and price benchmarking.
Opportunity to work with industry-leading software and develop skills in tools like SAP, PowerBI, and other analytics platforms.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced procurement professionals, providing valuable insights into sourcing strategy, compliance, and supplier evaluation.
Support for a thesis project on relevant topics such as procurement, supply chain, or related fields, including guidance from our team and practical insights to enhance your academic research.
Involvement in process improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration that will strengthen your knowledge of procurement operations and enhance analytical and reporting capabilities, equipping you with essential skills for future roles.
Birthday off;
Volunteering time off;
Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning;
Flexible working hours according to your university schedule;
Access to GoFluent online language learning platform;
Hybrid working model;
Employee Assistance program.
Internship Allowance.
Get to know us:
We are Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, and we are on a mission to move the world towards a sustainable future using data-driven mobility.
The high-value products and services we develop for fleets, original equipment manufacturers and governments make travel smoother, reduce congestion, increase accessibility, improve vehicle and road safety and cut carbon emissions.
Bridgestone Mobility Solutions is a Business Unit of the Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in tyres and rubber, present in Europe, the Americas, Australia and Africa.
Webfleet is one of our lines of business within Bridgestone Mobility Solutions. A globally trusted fleet management solution, Webfleet analyses live data from hundreds of thousands of vehicles to help businesses boost fleet productivity, cut costs and increase safety.
Webfleet is used by more than 50,000 customers worldwide, providing them with the industry’s largest support network and the widest range of dedicated applications and integration tools.
Ready to join us?
If that's a yes, please apply and upload your CV in English.
Please note that pre-employment screening might be part of the selection process.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.